Preventive care
Dog dental cleaning cost by state
Answer
Dog dental cleaning cost in all 50 states
Ranges cover a routine anesthetic cleaning including pre-anesthetic bloodwork and standard scaling. Extractions and advanced imaging add to the total. Cost tier reflects how the state compares to the national median.
Prices as of November 2026
| State | Tier | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AlabamaAuburn University Veterinary Teaching Hospital serves the region. | Low | $275 | $575 | $1,150 |
| AlaskaLimited board-certified surgeons; referrals often go to Seattle. | Very high | $450 | $925 | $1,850 |
| ArizonaPhoenix and Tucson specialty centers drive the median. | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| Arkansas | Low | $275 | $575 | $1,150 |
| CaliforniaUC Davis and Bay Area / LA specialty groups anchor pricing. | Very high | $450 | $925 | $1,850 |
| ColoradoColorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital. | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| Connecticut | Very high | $450 | $925 | $1,850 |
| Delaware | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| FloridaUniversity of Florida teaching hospital; Miami metro trends higher. | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| GeorgiaUniversity of Georgia teaching hospital in Athens. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| HawaiiImport costs and small specialist pool inflate prices. | Very high | $450 | $925 | $1,850 |
| Idaho | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| IllinoisUniversity of Illinois teaching hospital in Urbana. | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| IndianaPurdue University Veterinary Hospital. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| IowaIowa State University teaching hospital in Ames. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| KansasKansas State University teaching hospital. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| Kentucky | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| LouisianaLSU School of Veterinary Medicine. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| Maine | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| MarylandDC metro premium. | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| MassachusettsTufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. | Very high | $450 | $925 | $1,850 |
| MichiganMichigan State University teaching hospital. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| MinnesotaUniversity of Minnesota teaching hospital. | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| MississippiMississippi State University teaching hospital. | Low | $275 | $575 | $1,150 |
| MissouriUniversity of Missouri teaching hospital. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| MontanaLimited surgeon access; travel is common. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| Nebraska | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| Nevada | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| New Hampshire | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| New JerseyNYC / Philly metro pricing. | Very high | $450 | $925 | $1,850 |
| New Mexico | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| New YorkCornell University Veterinary Teaching Hospital; NYC metro premium. | Very high | $450 | $925 | $1,850 |
| North CarolinaNC State College of Veterinary Medicine. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| North Dakota | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| OhioOhio State University teaching hospital. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| OklahomaOklahoma State University teaching hospital. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| OregonOregon State University Carlson College. | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| PennsylvaniaPenn Vet at University of Pennsylvania. | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| Rhode Island | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| South Carolina | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| South Dakota | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| TennesseeUniversity of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| TexasTexas A&M Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| Utah | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| Vermont | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| VirginiaVirginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine; DC metro premium. | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| WashingtonWashington State University teaching hospital in Pullman. | High | $375 | $750 | $1,500 |
| West Virginia | Low | $275 | $575 | $1,150 |
| WisconsinUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison teaching hospital. | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
| Wyoming | Moderate | $325 | $650 | $1,300 |
Aggregated 2026 industry estimate CareCreditAmericanNorth
What is included in a dental cleaning
| Component | Typical cost | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-anesthetic bloodwork | $80 to $200 | Screen liver, kidney, and clotting function |
| Anesthesia and monitoring | $200 to $500 | Full anesthesia for scaling below the gumline |
| Scaling, polishing, radiographs | $250 to $600 | Full mouth cleaning and imaging |
| Extractions (per tooth) | $75 to $500 | Removal of diseased teeth |
Insurance coverage rules
- 01Routine dental cleanings are not covered by standard accident-and-illness plans; they need a wellness rider.
- 02Wellness riders from Trupanion, Embrace, ASPCA, and Pets Best typically reimburse $100 to $300 annually toward cleanings.
- 03Extractions and dental surgery caused by disease (periodontal disease, tooth fractures) are covered under illness coverage.
- 04Some plans require documented annual dental exams to maintain coverage for periodontal disease. Read the fine print.
Breeds with elevated periodontal risk
Yorkshire Terrier and dental care
Yorkshire Terriers have a high rate of periodontal disease due to dental crowding. Annual professional cleanings are typically recommended.
Shih Tzu and dental care
Periodontal disease is near-universal in adult Shih Tzus due to dental crowding. Annual cleanings and frequent extractions are typical.
Pomeranian and dental care
Dental crowding makes periodontal disease one of the most common lifetime issues in Pomeranians. Regular professional cleanings are standard care.
Chihuahua and dental care
Chihuahuas have one of the highest rates of periodontal disease of any breed. Frequent cleanings and extractions are routine throughout adult life.
Bichon Frise and dental care
Bichon Frises have a high rate of periodontal disease. Annual professional cleanings and periodic extractions are typical.
Maltese and dental care
Maltese have a high rate of periodontal disease driven by dental crowding. Annual cleanings and periodic extractions are typical throughout adult life.
Cocker Spaniel and dental care
Cocker Spaniels have a high rate of periodontal disease. Annual professional cleanings and periodic extractions are standard care.